Teachers are the heart of our schools, but recent Department of Education funding cuts are making their jobs harder. Money that helps classrooms, trains teachers, and supports students with special needs is being delayed and, in some cases, cut. www.pbs.org/newshour/pol...

Every year, I am focused on delivering for the Second District on issues that matter to you, like gun violence, healthcare, support for farmers, and more. Let me know: What do you want me to prioritize in Congress this year? iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/E...

Nicolás Maduro is an illegitimate ruler who oppressed the people of Venezuela. But President Trump’s unilateral decision to attempt a regime change in Venezuela is shortsighted and drags the U.S. into a reckless conflict that could destabilize the entire region.

Happy New Year! I hope this next year is filled with happiness, health, and gratitude.

I stand united with @housedemocrats.bsky.social in support of @replamonica.bsky.social's appeal against these baseless and political charges. We will not be intimidated by the Trump administration's attempts to deter us from doing our job of conducting Congressional oversight.

@HouseDemocrats.bsky.social strengthened Medicare and lowered prescription drug costs for seniors. I’m proud to ensure that Medicare beneficiaries won’t pay more than $2,000 a year for out-of-pocket prescription drug costs. What is the Republicans' plan to cut your healthcare costs?

Wishing you a happy holiday season. My office will be closed until 9 AM on January 5 so my staff and I can spend time with our loved ones. If you need help with a federal agency during this time, you can submit a request below. A member of my team will follow up as soon as we are able.

55 years ago, the Clean Air Act of 1970 became law, protecting our public health and the environment. I am going to continue to stand up to bullies like President Trump and Big Polluters to fight against pollution, create healthier communities, and protect the planet. 🌎

President Trump promised big changes on the first day. However, 343 days into his administration, Trump’s tariffs and the Big, Ugly Law have done the opposite, making life more expensive. His reckless actions caused people to lose jobs, pay more, and struggle to get by.

This month’s job report proves what folks feel every day: bills are up, and jobs are difficult to find. Meanwhile, Vance and Trump give the economy an A++++. They are profoundly disconnected from reality.

Too many Americans are dying from gun violence. It’s a public health crisis. I will keep pushing for action with survivors and advocates, like Maria Pike who lost her son to gun violence, so our kids can go to school, parks, and work without fear.

The year is ending, but the healthcare crisis isn’t. ACA tax credits that help families afford coverage are about to expire. No one should choose between groceries and healthcare. Everyone deserves quality, affordable healthcare. I won’t stop fighting for it.

ICE claimed it was going after the “worst of the worst,” but the numbers tell a different story. Out of 614 arrests in Operation Midway Blitz, only 16 had prior convictions or posed serious risks. Tragically, many families are separated this holiday season.

Today is the beginning of Kwanzaa. To all who will be celebrating these next seven days, I wish you warmth and togetherness this Kwanzaa!

I hope everyone has had a joyful Christmas filled with love, laughter, and special moments with those who matter most to you. Wishing you and your family continued warmth, peace, and happiness as we celebrate this holiday season.

I want to wish a Merry Christmas to everyone who celebrates! I hope your holiday season is full of peace, joy, and happiness.

I just finished my annual NORAD briefing and am now officially tracking Santa's journey. Follow his progress and see when he will be in our district. We are excited to welcome him soon and the time we will get to spend together across the community. 🎅✨ www.noradsanta.org/en/

Healthcare shouldn’t put families in impossible financial decisions. Too many Americans skip needed care or face skyrocketing premiums because costs keep rising. @HouseDemocrats.bsky.social and I are fighting to lower costs and expand access for everyone. news.gallup.com/poll/699770/...

Wishing you a happy holiday season. My office will be closed from December 24 through 9 AM on January 5 so my staff and I can spend time with loved ones. For help, visit robinkelly.house.gov/help

Maternal health is more than one appointment. It is about a healthcare system that listens, respects women, and builds trust. When doctors reflect the women they serve, the quality of care improves.

President Trump is increasing prices for groceries, rent, and gas while handing out tax breaks to billionaires. We need an economy that works for everyone, not just for billionaires and Trump allies.

When rent, groceries, and gas cost more, why make student loans harder to pay? The Trump Administration is ending the SAVE plan that helped 7 million students pay off their loans. This is going to push so many people into debt. www.cnbc.com/2025/12/09/s...

I hear from families every day who will pay more for their 2026 health insurance but will receive less coverage. Higher premiums. Higher deductibles. No one should have to choose between paying bills and seeing a doctor. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/08/h...

Fifteen years ago today, President Obama repealed the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” discriminatory policy. I carry the fight forward against homophobia and transphobia in the military as Trump attacks trans servicemembers.

Navigating an issue with federal agencies can be tough. That's why my team and I are ready to assist! My office is your liaison to cut through the red tape to get you the answers and resources you deserve.

Healthcare costs are too high. Speaker Johnson had the opportunity to work with @housedemocrats.bsky.social last week to extend ACA tax credits, but instead, he went on a holiday vacation. His failure puts families' health at risk now and for years to come.

Families are facing challenges to make ends meet. Yet House Republicans keep focusing on what their billionaire donors want, not lowering the cost for the people they represent. This isn’t right.

Need a last-minute Christmas gift? I encourage everyone to shop small and support the local businesses that keep our district strong.

Trump can call the affordability crisis “a hoax,” but the numbers don’t lie: 46% of Americans say the cost of living is worse. 55% of Americans blame Trump for high grocery prices. Trump’s ignorance isn’t going to lower costs for families.

The United States has driven meaningful progress in reducing pediatric HIV/AIDS. But we have more work to do. That’s why I introduced a resolution with @robinkelly.house.gov and @pocan.house.gov during HIV Awareness Month to reaffirm our commitment to ending pediatric HIV/AIDS.

Black Americans have been underrepresented in clinical trials for far too long. The NIH Clinical Trial Integrity Act, which I am reintroducing, will improve diversity in our clinical trials so that our nation’s leading experts can produce more accurate treatments for everyone.

“This is the time to stand for what we know is right and not back down. A change has to happen now,” Mercedes Wells told Cheyanne Daniels . I’m so proud of Mercedes for speaking out with conviction and courage. I’m fighting for her — and all Black women whose pain was ignored in Congress.

No politician knows a child better than their parents and doctors. But a Republican bill bans Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming healthcare. The party of so-called small government needs to get out of the doctor’s room.

One of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s last Congressional actions is to attack trans kids. That’s shameful. Her bill would throw doctors and parents in prison for providing evidence-based care to trans kids. I trust parents and doctors to do what is right for their kids. I voted NO on HR3492.

Speaker Johnson ignored a bipartisan solution to extend the ACA tax credits and bowed to President Trump instead. Millions of Americans will see premiums soar, forcing hardworking families to choose between insurance, groceries, or rent. Without health insurance, people will die.

UPDATE: @housedemocrats.bsky.social discharge petition reached 218 signatures.    This means we forced a vote to the floor to extend ACA tax credits for three years.   The voice of the American people is louder than Speaker Johnson’s & President Trump’s. I will vote YES for affordable healthcare.

The clock is ticking. Congress is in session for its final week before ACA tax credits expire. These credits help families afford healthcare. Republicans have no plan to save healthcare, but @HouseDemocrats.bsky.social and I are ready to act. Will my House GOP colleagues join us?

Spreading a little holiday cheer with my Congressional Youth Cabinet! These high school students are civically engaged leaders who help guide my work in DC on youth-related policies that impact them and their communities.

The ACA tax credits that made health insurance affordable for millions are set to expire at year’s end. This will lead to skyrocketing premiums. @HouseDemocrats.bsky.social have a plan to extend the tax credits by three years. Republicans have no plan.

Last night, we stood to remember Brown University students Ella Cook and MukhammadAziz Umurzokov, who were shot and killed. But moments of silence are not enough. I continue to fight for real action to end gun violence.

You have options for health coverage from Get Covered Illinois. Today is the last day to compare their health plans and find one that fits your needs and budget. Shop, compare, and enroll today to be protected by January 1, 2026!

Trump brags about an “A+++++ economy.” He is severely out of touch. Trump’s tariffs cost the average family nearly $1,200 this year. That’s on top of higher electric bills, grocery prices, and healthcare. You deserve better.

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Affordability is not a hoax. 3 out of 10 Americans skipped medical care. 1 out of skipped meals. 2 out of 3 bought cheaper groceries. Families feel the affordability crisis every day. Wake up, President Trump. www.usatoday.com/story/news/p...

Tonight marks the first night of Hanukkah. May the next eight nights be filled with peace, light, and joy for those who celebrate. Chag Sameach!

Only five legislative days remain before ACA tax credits expire, and @HouseDemocrats and I are battling for Americans' healthcare. Meanwhile, Republicans are pretending their healthcare crisis doesn’t exist.

The new red tape requirement for SNAP isn’t a path to a job. It’s a roadblock. It will push 2.4 million people off the help they count on to feed their families. We should be making life easier, not harder.

Trump’s Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, is a failure and an embarrassment to our country on the world stage. From Signal Gate to the Double Tap Strike, one thing is clear: he is unqualified and incompetent to lead the Pentagon.

This week I stood with America’s federal workers and their union rights. I voted for @golden.house.gov’s bipartisan Protect America's Workforce Act, a major step to stop and reverse Trump's union-busting tactics for over 1 million dedicated public servants.

The @houserepublicans.bsky.social and President Trump’s “PERMIT Act” is a dirty water bill. I voted NO. This bill lets polluters dodge rules that keep the Chicago River and Lake Michigan clean. This is going to hurt people’s health and increase water bills.